The R32 GT-R was a "clean-sheet" design specifically engineered to win Group A races. Its dominance was built on three revolutionary pillars:
: A 2.6-liter twin-turbocharged inline-six engine. In Group A trim, it was tuned to produce approximately 550 PS (542 hp) , a massive jump from the restricted 280 PS of the road-going version. NISSAN SKYLINE BNR32 Gr.A CALSONIC 1990
: This advanced electronically controlled torque-split system allowed the car to maintain optimal traction and stability, especially on slippery surfaces. The R32 GT-R was a "clean-sheet" design specifically
: This car was the flagship for Team Impul, whose partnership with sponsor Calsonic remains one of the longest-running in motorsport history, dating back to 1982. Engineering the "Godzilla" NISSAN SKYLINE BNR32 Gr.A CALSONIC 1990
: Driven by Japanese racing legend Kazuyoshi Hoshino and Toshio Suzuki , the blue #12 Calsonic car won five out of six races in its inaugural year.